Panasonic FZ300 vs Sony W350
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Panasonic FZ300 vs Sony W350 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/16000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8) lens
- 691g - 132 x 92 x 117mm
- Launched July 2015
- Succeeded the Panasonic FZ200
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 117g - 91 x 52 x 17mm
- Revealed January 2010
Panasonic FZ300 vs Sony W350 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Panasonic FZ300 vs Sony W350, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FZ300 (12MP) and the W350 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe FZ300 was revealed 5 years later than the W350 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W350 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the FZ300 matches up versus the W350 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic FZ300 vs Sony W350 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FZ300 Gallery and Sony W350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ300 over the Sony W350
FZ300 | W350 | |||
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Revealed | July 2015 | January 2010 | More recent by 68 months | |
Manually focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Sharper display (+810k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W350 over the Panasonic FZ300
W350 | FZ300 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ300 and Sony W350
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Panasonic FZ300 vs Sony W350 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ300 features physical dimensions of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") along with a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs) whilst the Sony W350 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FZ300 vs Sony W350 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the FZ300 versus the W350.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ300 and W350 is 59 and 97 respectively.
Panasonic FZ300 vs Sony W350 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements simply by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ300 and W350.
As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony W350 to produce extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The newer FZ300 provides an edge in sensor tech.
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Panasonic FZ300 vs Sony W350 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2015-07-16 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 12.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 8.80 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, forced on, forced on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, forced off | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 691 gr (1.52 lb) | 117 gr (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 132 x 92 x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") | 91 x 52 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $598 | $200 |